But while we received a number of quality submissions on those topics, this week’s winning entry came from Luke Stadel, who thinks his fellow readers have gone too far with their steroid accusations and that MMAjunkie.com should do something about it.

Check out all the entries below, and tune into MMAjunkie.com Radio on Monday. Luke will be a special guest on the program and will discuss the topic in more detail.

Additionally, to learn how to submit an entry for next week’s edition, scroll to the bottom of the page.

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MMAJUNKIE.COM NEEDS BETTER MODERATION OF STEROID ACCUSATIONS

I really don’t understand why with stringent enforcement of the “no fighter bashing” and “no insults” rules, accusations of steroid use are not moderated at all on this site. In my mind, these accusations, which are no more than idle speculation, are far more damaging than statements like “fighter X sucks.” The latest victim of these pathetic rejoinders is Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos, whose unusual physique has led to a torrent of nasty, and often sexist, comments attributing her looks, and implicitly her success, to steroid use. If the history of drug testing in MMA has shown us anything, it’s that you can’t just a book by its cover, so to speak (Tim Sylvia anyone?). For every chiseled fighter busted, another with an average build tests positive for steroids and is conveniently ignored by the keyboard warriors. Likewise, physical specimens such as George St. Pierre conveniently provide an inverse rebuttal of this logic. In order to ensure that the commitment to providing a constructive environment for debate isn’t just an empty promise, MMAjunkie.com should start moderating steroid accusations with the same level of vigor devoted to other equally undesirable comments.

Luke Stadel
Iowa City, Iowa

(Editor’s note: Luke, you’re right. We do our best to moderate the comments section – even as good and insightful comments are buried by an avalanche of juvenile and tasteless commenters who have no interest in intelligent discussion. I ask you and other serious readers to help us police the site and contact us when specific comments cross the line. In the mean time, our moderators will be asked to step up enforcement of baseless steroid accusations. The specific criticism of Santos goes well beyond constructive criticism and good taste, and frankly, has been a black eye on the discussion section of our site.)

SHAMROCK VS. DIAZ PROOF THAT CATCHWEIGHT FIGHTS DELIVER

It’s strange how many people don’t like catchweight fights. While it’s true that they hold no title ramifications, it’s also true that they can make for exciting fights. For instance, who would have thought Nick Diaz vs. Frank Shamrock would prove so good? Diaz normally roams at 155 to 160 pounds, and Shamrock is normally around 185. If not at a catchweight, this fight probably doesn’t happen. Another example is Wanderlei Silva vs. Rich Franklin. While it’s true this fight is more feasible (each fighter has moved to the other’s weight class), it still makes for an exciting match and helps Silva gradually make the drop to 185. It’s no different than if Anderson Silva moved up to 205 and Fedor Emelianenko dropped to 205 to fight each other. Who wouldn’t watch that?! Overall, fans basically need to kick back, relax, and enjoy fights that for the most part wouldn’t be happening at all if it weren’t for catchweights.

Aaron “aarbrock” Brockman
Edinburgh, Ind.

NICK DIAZ IS A THREAT AT ALL WEIGHTS

By beating Frank Shamrock in convincing fashion, Nick Diaz sent out a clear message. His TKO win over Shamrock told all the other fighters that Diaz can fight in any weight class and still be a contender. Diaz has done well as a lightweight and welterweight, and now it’s not a stretch to think he could hang with some top middleweights. Some people don’t like all his trash-talking and controversial statements about marijuana, but you know what? It makes you want to watch him even if you don’t like the guy. Diaz doesn’t seem like the type of guy who cares about having some crappy belt, so I hope he still keeps challenging himself and taking fights in all different weight classes. He’s a showman, and I can’t wait until he fights again.

Ivan Torres
Las Vegas, Nev.

RATHER THAN RECYCLING ELITEXC’S, SHOWTIME NEEDS NEW IDENTITY FOR STRIKEFORCE

I think Strikeforce got off to a decent start on Saturday with the “Shamrock vs. Diaz” event, which was a fun one to watch. With all the new fighters who came over from EliteXC, Strikeforce could really start challenging the UFC as a legitimate threat. However, I was disappointed that Showtime apparently put no original thought into the broadcast and made Strikeforce feel like one of the old EliteXC shows it used to air. If I were a Strikeforce executive, I would tell Showtime to put more resources into the broadcasts. Strikeforce’s greatest strength is that it’s nothing like EliteXC, so don’t make it look and feel like they’re the same.

“snellme”
San Diego, Calif.

MAURO NEEDS TO GO

Saturday’s Strikeforce was fun to watch. However, there was a nagging annoyance that soon became a big problem. I’m talking about Mauro Ranallo’s commentary. I could list many examples, but here are a couple: I couldn’t fully enjoy the Cris “Cyborg” fight because he wouldn’t be quiet about how she came in big and how we should all be rooting for Hitomi Akano because she’s the underdog. Look, Akano agreed to get in there and fight, so once her failure to make weight was pointed out to the viewing audience, let us enjoy the beatdown that would have occurred regardless of the weight. I also was getting annoyed with how he kept saying that Nick Diaz only throws pitter-patter “annoying” punches. Yeah, Frank Shamrock’s face looked pretty “annoyed” by the end of that thrashing. I want Mauro to see what those pitter-patter punches feel like. He’s self-indulgent and in the end has no idea what he’s talking about.

Johnny Parker
Los Angeles, Calif.

CANCELING FIGHTS WOULD CURB WEIGHT PROBLEMS

After seeing once again another main-card fighter miss weight – this time Cris “Cyborg” Santos – I have finally got to the point at which I would like to see an opponent refuse the fight. Hitomi Akano is a natural 135-pound fighter, and Santos was so far over the 145-pound limit that it was impossible not to see the unfair advantage. Fighters used to not back out of these situations for respect of saving a card, but it seems that kind of action only deters fighters now from following the rules. If a fighter misses weight by more than a pound, his or her opponent should have the expectation of refusing the fight. These are supposed to be professionals. In the end, I’m sure we would see less fighters missing weight if fights were canceled outright.

“Jack”
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

NO INTEREST IN WOMEN’S MMA

I have zero interest in female MMA fights. I appreciate the athleticism of anyone who achieves a belt, but that does not make you a professional fighter. Both Gina Carano and Cris “Cyborg” Santos have disgraced the concept of being “professionals” by showing up disgracefully overweight. If you agree to show up at 145 pounds, do it! I have no more interest in seeing the best “female” fighter than I do the best fourth-grade fighters. I will only pay to watch the best fighters, professionals who follow through on their commitments. I know it may not be PC, but these “ladies” need to keep their interest in MMA a hobby (like most do). Hats off to the California State Athletic Commission for changing their rules on the fly and allowing a fight to happen they shouldn’t have and to Strikeforce for throwing money at Santos’ opponent, who eventually got TKOd. So much for fighter safety. Another failure for California MMA!

Steven Prescott
Los Angeles, Calif.

WEIGHT PROBLEMS IN WOMEN’S MMA NOT ALL FIGHTERS’ FAULT

When talking about a breach of etiquette and downright unprofessional behavior, missing weight for a fight is near the top of the list. However, I think some people are a little too hard on the female fighters when they miss weight. People need to keep in mind that a lot of women fighters are forced to take fights at lower weight classes because the talent pool is so thin. Also, a lot of people criticized Gina Carano and then were mad at Cris “Cyborg” Santos for blaming their troubles on “women’s problems.” However, until you’ve had to personally deal with menstruation, don’t just brush aside the excuse. I’ve seen my wife, who weighs only 115 pounds, go up to 125 or 130 during her “time of the month.” While it’s fine to have the same expectations for female fighters as male fighters, people also need to keep in mind some of the very real differences that can affect things like making weight.

Chris Grand
St. Louis, Mo.

UFC BASHING HAS GONE TOO FAR LATELY

I’m totally sick and tired of every MMA “fan” complaining about the UFC any chance they get. It was bad enough, and then after Dana White’s supposedly controversial video blog, everyone has been taking cheap shots at the UFC. If it weren’t for the UFC, there wouldn’t even be the sport today. Dana is a big reason why MMA has become mainstream, and I frankly don’t care what kind of language he uses. Rather than complaining about every thing the promotion supposedly does wrong, why don’t people actually realize and show a little appreciation for everything they’ve done right? They’ve obviously been doing a good job so far or they wouldn’t be as big as they are today. I don’t know if it’s jealousy or what, but the criticism is getting out of hand.

Mr. Anonymous
Spokane, Wash.

IN SUPPORT OF “THE ULTIMATE FIGHTER” FEMALE EDITION

Let’s face it: MMA is not just a man’s sport anymore. Sure, there are hardly enough women to create an entire new organization, but there are by far enough legitimate female fighters for a division or two. Now think back to the first season of “The Ultimate Fighter.” How many of the fighters on that show became well-known faces of the UFC? And “TUF 2?” And “TUF 3?” The UFC has built its entire organization through that show, so what better way to build a female division could there possibly be? Since it already delivers top ratings for the male 18-34 demographic, imagine how many women of the same age would tune in for that soap opera. Worst case, it would only further promote the sport of MMA. Let’s make it happen.

Bill Schumer
St. Louis, Mo.

“SHOGUN” COULD FOLLOW MIR’S PATH FROM FRUSTRATION TO REDEMPTION

At first glance, the comparison between Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and Frank Mir might not be obvious. but the two are running parallel careers and life courses at different times. At the age of 25, Mir was at the top of his game, but JE was derailed by a devastating injury. He came back, lost to Marcio Cruz, beat a past-his-prime Dan Christison, lost to a dangerous striker in Brandon Vera and then set on his path to redemption. At the age of 25, “Shogun” returned to competition after an injury-laden layoff and lost to Forrest Griffin. He went on to defeat a past-his-prime Mark Coleman, and now he is slated to take on a dangerous striker in Chuck Liddell. “Shogun” will likely lose the fight, but it will be the beginning of his redemption, which will be followed by impressive consecutive wins and a return to the elite of the division.

Brook “Heavy Hands” Taylor
Sacramento, Calif.

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